Suggested Degree Pathway for Computer Engineering
For students who entered fall 2015 to spring 2023.
Freshman Year
Fall Semester
Spring Semester
| Course Number | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MATH.1320 | Calculus II2 | 4 |
| PHYS.1440 | Physics II (STEM) | 3 |
| PHYS.1440L | Physics II Lab | 1 |
| ENGL.1020 | College Writing II (CW) | 3 |
| CHEM.1210 | Chemistry I (SCL) | 3 |
| CHEM.1230L | Chemistry I Lab | 1 |
| Total | 15 | |
Sophomore Year
Fall Semester
Spring Semester
| Course Number | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Total | 17 | |
| EECE.2020 | Circuit Theory II | 3 |
| EECE.2080 | Basic Electrical Engineering Lab II | 2 |
| EECE.2160 | ECE Application Programming | 3 |
| ECON.2010 /
ECON.2020 | Principles of Microeconomics /
Principles of Macroeconomics (SS) | 3 |
| MATH.2340 | Differential Equations | 3 |
| MATH.3600 | Mathematic Structure for Computer Engineers | 3 |
Junior Year
Fall Semester
Senior Year
Fall Semester
| Course Number | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Total | 15 | |
| EECE.3991 | Capstone Proposal (IL), (WOC) | 3 |
| EECE.4500 | Advanced Digital System Design | 3 |
| EECE.4520 | Microprocessor Systems II and Embedded Systems | 3 |
| EECE.4811 | Operating Systems | 3 |
| EECE.4/5xxx | Technical Elective3 | 3 |
Spring Semester
| Course Number | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| EECE.4821 | Computer Architecture and Design | 3 |
| EECE.4830 | Network Design: Principles, Protocols & Applications | 3 |
| EECE.4991 | Capstone Project (AIL) | 3 |
| EECE.4/5xxx | Technical Elective3 | 3 |
| xxxx.xxxx | Social Sciences Persp. (SS)4 | 3 |
| Total | 15 | |
Total Minimum Credits = 124 .
1Or MATH.1280 Calculus 1A and MATH.1290 Calculus 1B followed by MATH.1320 Calculus II
2A grade of C or better in Calculus II is required.
3Technical electives are non-required courses numbered EECE.4xxx or EECE.5xxx.
4Computer Engineering students meet the Core Curriculum Essential Learning Outcome of Diversity and Cultural Awareness (DCA) outside of the major. See the DCA course listing for a complete list of options.
No more than two Breadth of Knowledge courses can be taken with the same prefix. The Core Curriculum courses may be taken in any sequence. Refer to the Core Curriculum policy for further details. You should meet with your faculty advisor to determine how you will meet the Core Curriculum requirements.
Current UMass Lowell students should use their Advisement Report in SIS. If you need assistance, please contact your advisor.
Restriction on off-campus study:
Be advised that any course taken at another institution must be formally approved prior to enrollment. See the catalog policy for details.